The average pay for UAW workers varies depending on factors such as seniority, location, and job type. According to CBS News, top-tier workers who joined the company in 2007 or earlier make roughly $33 an hour on average. However, the average auto worker makes about $28 per hour according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average pay range for a UAW worker varies little, which suggests that there are not many opportunities for increased pay or advancement. Full-time employees at the Big Three make on average $18 to $32 an hour, depending on seniority. According to employment website ZipRecruiter, the average UAW salary is $25 per hour, or $52,771 per year.